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You just can't win—despite Ghost of Yōtei selling millions of copies, 24 people are reportedly being let go from Sucker Punch

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You just can't win—despite Ghost of Yōtei selling millions of copies, 24 people are reportedly being let go from Sucker Punch

Despite the commercial success of Ghost of Yōtei, developer Sucker Punch has reportedly laid off 24 employees, marking a 10% reduction in staff. The studio's most recent game sold 3.3 million copies in its first month, making it the 11th best-selling game in the US in 2025. The email notifying staff of the layoffs stated that the decision was made after a careful review of market challenges and team needs for future projects.

The company assured employees that the decision was not made lightly and provided support during the transition. However, the article questions the health of the gaming industry, citing rising production costs, the impact of the AI bubble, and the consequences of Covid-19 overhiring.

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